The “Life Is a Jam” download is ALMOST ready to go. Maybe by the time you read this – give us a try at https://www.dgans.com/liaj/download
To refresh your memory, “Life Is a Jam” is a studio recording with me on guitar and vocals, Mark Karan (Jemimah Puddueduck, Ratdog) on lead guitar, Mookie Siegel (David Nelson Band) on keyboards, Joe Kyle, Jr (The Waybacks) on bass, Dave Brogan (ALO) on drums, and Zac Matthews (Hot Buttered Rum) and Bear Kittay on background vocals. The download package and promo CD contain three versions of the song, each with a unique jam – a total of about 27 minutes of music for your money!
Here is a video clip of a solo performance of “Life Is a Jam,” recorded April 17 at the Mill Valley Masonic. Big thanks to Mark Karan for inviting me to open the show!
We still have a few copies of the limited-edition promo CD available at https://www.dgans.com/liaj/
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I’m about to get on a plane for North Carolina, where I’ll play two festivals, four club dates, and my good pal Mark van Allen’s wedding bash – can’t wait!
In May, I go to the southwest for a short run of shows that ends Memorial Day weekend at the Desert Rocks Music Festival in Moab, Utah. And while I’m there, on Sunday, May 30, I will be participating in a guided bike tour of the Moab area sponsored by Rock the Earth (rocktheearth.org). Details haven’t been posted yet; stay tuned.
I’m hoping to add a gig or two to my Ohio trip in early July. If you have an Ohio venue in mind, or if you’re interested in hosting a house concert, please get in touch.
Anyway, here’s a complete list of confirmed gigs as it stands today. Details, links, and more info at https://www.dgans.com/gigs.html – and new performances are being added to the schedule as they’re confirmed.
I hope to see you at one or more of these shows, and I hope you’ll spread the word!
April 23-24: Shakori Hills Grass Roots Festival of Music and Dance, Silk Hope NC
Sunday, April 25, 7pm: The first annual Franallen Jam (celebrating the wedding of my good friends Mark van Allen and Fran Cooper!) at Eddie’s Attic, 515 B McDonough Street, Decatur GA. Tickets are on sale now.
Tuesday, April 27: DG and Friends @ Jay Sanders’ Mindtonic Music Series at Rocket Club, Asheville NC
Wednesday, April 28, 9:30pm: DG and Friends at the Blind Tiger, Greensboro NC
Thursday, April 29: DG and Friends at Mo Daddy’s, Asheville NC. $7
Friday, April 30: DG and Friends at the Reel House, Boone NC
Saturday, May 1: French Broad River Festival, Hot Springs NC
Thursday, May 6, 8pm: The Curios, Michael Foley, and DG at the Freight and Salvage, 2020 Addison Street, Berkeley.
Thursday, May 20: XTra Ticket and DG at the Sail Inn, Tempe AZ
Friday, May 21: Flagstaff Brewing Company, Flagstaff AZ
Saturday, May 22: Mountain High Bar, Cedar Crest NM
Sunday, May 23: Mike’s Music Exchange, Santa Fe NM
Wednesday, May 26: The Rim Rock, Torrey UT
May 28-30: Desert Rocks Music Festival, Moab UT
Sunday, June 12: Fairfax Festival, Fairfax CA
Wednesday, June 16, 4-8pm: Fairfax Farmers’ Market, in Bolinas Park, Fairfax CA. Free! Great organic produce, prepared foods, etc.
July 2-5: Grateful Fest at Nelson Ledges Quarry Park in Nelson/Garrettsville OH
July 29-August 1: Gathering of the Vibes, Bridgeport CT
August 6-8: A Festival of Family, Millerton NY – benefit for the Rex Foundation
August 13-15: A Bear’s Picnic, Laurelton PA
September 9-12: Terrapin Hill Harvest Festival, Harrodsburg KY
Hey David,
Thanks for the shout-out and plug. For anyone interested, here’s the 411 on the Bike Trip in Moab. They will be posted on the Desert Rocks Website soon:
Guided Mountain Bike Tour
Sun. 9 a.m. – 2p.m
Easy – Moderate: 8-15 miles
Pricing:
14+ participants: $55/person ($35 if bringing your own mt. bike)
9-13 participants: $65/person ($45 if bringing your own bike)
A classic introduction to Moab riding! Rim Tours’ guides will lead you on dirt and slickrock terrain as you travel along the rim of a canyon near the boundary of Arches National Park. We learn some slickrock skills and stop at various viewpoints with arches in the distance and the abyss of canyons in the foreground.
There are options for more challenging terrain for those up to the challenge. Join artist, writer and broadcaster David Gans on this amazing trip. Price includes a high quality full suspension bike with helmet and waterbottle to keep; guides; transportation and snacks. To reserve your spot, call Rim Mountain Bike Tours at: 800-626-7335